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During the promotion trials, the pressure intensifies as only four students can advance to elite martial arts training. Chino and Jun Ba find themselves amid fierce duels, and while Chino's prowess shines, Jun Ba is subjected to the fallout of his more aggressive competitors. This competition, filled with ambition and tension, leads to heart-wrenching decisions and a drastic separation of friendships.
Chino takes a different path, entering the Royal Army, while Jun Ba ventures into rebellion, grappling with the intricate politics of their world. Their diverging paths illustrate the fundamental themes of loyalty and sacrifice, culminating in a poignant reunion that highlights their contrasting choices and forged identities.